Spira Guitars S457TRD Transparent Red
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A Modern 7-String Designed for Performance
The Spira S-457 fits into a decidedly modern approach to the 7-string electric guitar: immediate playing comfort, very visible "Transparent Red" aesthetic, and component choices oriented towards precision. With its extended scale length, Modern D neck profile, and equipment designed for stability, it clearly targets guitarists who want a guitar ready for modern techniques and demanding tunings.
For Which Guitarists and Styles
This guitar is mainly aimed at intermediate to advanced players seeking an extended range without sacrificing tuning stability. It is particularly comfortable in modern rock, metal (tight riffing, palm mutes, djent, progressive metal), and any genre requiring clear low end. The 24 Jumbo frets facilitate bends and lead playing, while the fixed bridge reassures those who want a stable platform to work on intonation and attack.
The Sound
The HH configuration with Spira Villain custom humbuckers (12k output, ceramic magnets) emphasizes a clear attack, firm lows, and present mids, ideal for maintaining definition on the 7th string. The 26.5" / 673.1 mm scale length contributes to more consistent tension and a cleaner low-end response, especially in down-tunings. On the lutherie side, the combination of torrefied poplar and torrefied maple neck/fingerboard delivers a quick response and precise sound, with effective sustain supported by the fixed bridge. The simple electronics (1 volume, 1 tone) favor efficiency: you can quickly switch from a cutting sound to a rounder tone by lowering the tone control.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 7 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Red |
| Body | torrefied poplar with flamed maple top | Nut width | 43 mm / 1.69"; 48 mm / 1.89" at the 7th string |
| Finish | gloss | Fingerboard | torrefied maple |
| Hardware | black | Radius | 14" / 355.6 mm |
| Neck | torrefied Canadian maple | Number of frets | 24 Jumbo |
| Profile | Modern D | Bridge | fixed |
| Truss rod | double action | Tuners | black, locking |
| Scale length | 26.5" / 673.1 mm | Pickups | HH, Spira Villain, custom made, 12k output, ceramic magnets |
| Nut | synthetic bone | Controls | 1 Volume, 1 Tone |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Spira Guitars S457TRD suitable for low tunings?
The 26.5" (673.1 mm) scale length promotes consistent string tension and better definition in the low end. The Spira Villain ceramic magnet humbuckers, rated at 12k output, enhance attack and low-end sustain.
What is the neck on this 7-string guitar?
The neck is made of torrefied Canadian maple with a Modern D profile and a double-action truss rod. Its width is 43 mm at the nut, and 48 mm indicated at the 7th string.
Does the S457TRD Transparent Red have a tremolo?
No, this model features a fixed bridge paired with locking black tuners, prioritizing tuning stability.
What tones do the Spira Villain pickups offer?
The HH configuration uses two custom Spira Villain ceramic magnet pickups with 12k output. It is designed for a sharp attack, pronounced mids, and defined palm mutes. The controls include 1 volume and 1 tone knob, allowing for quick darkening of the sound.
How many frets and what radius does the fingerboard have?
The torrefied maple fingerboard has 24 jumbo frets on a 14" (355.6 mm) radius, a setup suited for bends and lead playing.
